- Determine the two consecutive multiples of 10 that bracket 6,142
- 6,142 is between 6,140 and 6,150
- 6,145 is the midpoint between 6,140 and 6,150
- As illustrated on the number line, 6,142 is less than the midpoint (6,145)
- Therefore, 6,142 rounded to the nearest ten = 6,140
